People can develop sexual fetishes for virtually anything. In fact, it’s not a stretch to say that if you can think of it, somebody probably has a fetish for it. So why is that? How do fetishes develop in the first place? Are some people more likely to develop them than others? And what role does porn play in all of this?
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Episode 546: When Polyamory Becomes Toxic
Polyamory is sometimes described as a more “evolved” approach to relationships, built around radical honesty, open communication, and personal autonomy. This can create the impression that polyamorous relationships are somehow immune to the problems that plague other relationship ... Show More
28m 55s
Oct 16
Episode 545: A Couples' Guide To Exploring Fetishes
Disclosing a fetish to a partner can feel incredibly vulnerable. You might worry about being judged, rejected, or misunderstood. But keeping your desires hidden can create challenges, too. So when and how should you bring up a fetish? And what happens if your partner doesn't shar ... Show More
33m 26s
Oct 13
Episode 544: Where Do Fetishes Come From?
Why are some people sexually aroused by things like balloons, orthopedic casts, or even sneezing—things that most people don’t see as sexual at all? Fetishes can develop around an astonishing range of objects, body parts, and sensations. In this episode, we’re going to explore th ... Show More
35m 52s
Feb 2024
Ep. 117: Kink, Fetish & Forbidden Pleasure
Hello! Please feel free to text me here but you will have to type your first and last name, email and phone number in your message for me to be able to respond. I look forward to connecting! Sincerely, Dr. BawaOn today's episode of Dr. Sex Fairy we are spicing things up with a qu ... Show More
6m 40s
Apr 2025
Ep 40: Kink, community, and transformation
The massive variety of human sexual interests is a little mind-boggling. As what we consider to be sexually typical continues to be expanded and shaped by the internet and popular culture, psychologists are making efforts to research kinks and members of the kink community like n ... Show More
38m 12s
Dec 2021
73. How sex becomes compulsive or addictive with Liz Lacy
Understand how sexuality drives us, how our sexuality becomes problematic or even addictive. In this episode, we especially look at what leads to problematic sexual behaviors, compulsive sexual behaviors or addiction.
Topics covered include:
● What is the role of attachment and ... Show More
48m 56s